"My objective is to launch a goat-rearing business, which shows significant potential, particularly if the goats multiply successfully. This venture is perfectly suited to our region, and if it prospers, I intend to exchange some goats for a cow. I will utilize the saved transfers to start this business. Having an extra source of income will guarantee the well-being of my family and allow me to provide a comfortable education for my children. I am deeply grateful for the chance to participate in this program as it has changed my life for the better."

"This year, I aim to expand my business ventures by selling clothes and other household essentials. I plan to utilize my savings and profits from my vegetable business to realize this goal. Establishing another business opportunity will not only diversify my income streams but also provide me with the opportunity to explore further ventures, such as livestock business, thereby increasing my profits and enhancing my financial stability. I am sincerely thankful to this organization for empowering me financially and enabling me to pursue and achieve my goals."

"Life is so tough at the moment because of the financial constraints that I am currently facing. Looking at the nature of my house, it doesn't fit me and this has lowered my social status in the village. I am always so ashamed to find myself in this situation and I can not host any visitor. What a life! Whenever I look at my house, tears of sorrow flow over my cheeks and I have prayed one day, my worries will turn to blessings. Hence, financial constraints stands out to be my biggest challenge."

"My goal this year is to grow my livestock business by acquiring more goats. Recognizing the profitability of this venture in my area, I am eager to give it a try. To achieve this goal, I plan to allocate a portion of my upcoming transfers. Having a reliable business to rely on in times of need will bring me great peace of mind and satisfaction. I am genuinely grateful for how far I have progressed, all thanks to GiveDirectly."

"This year, my goal is to purchase goats as an investment for the future. I plan to achieve this goal by utilizing both my upcoming transfers and my savings. Acquiring these goats will serve as a valuable investment for my children's future, as I can quickly sell them to cover their school fees when needed. Having this will give me a lot of financial relief and peace of mind as my children's needs will be taken care of. I am delighted to be a part of this life-changing opportunity."

"I've started a small poultry farm with about 40 chickens, and it's already proving profitable. I sell eggs and chickens, which helps cover emergencies. Each egg sells for about $2 and on a good day, I can collect up to 20 eggs. The prices for chickens vary; I sell a male for between $6 and $8 and a female for between $4 and $6. This success has inspired me to expand my venture. My goal is to grow the farm and raise more chickens on a larger scale. This will increase our income and provide a more sustainable way to support our children's education and meet our daily needs. It's a promising investment."

"During the dry season, there is a scarcity of fresh vegetables, which increases my desire to provide the local community with a consistent supply of relish. This would save them the inconvenience of traveling long distances just to obtain relish. I aim to achieve this dream by establishing a kiosk where I will sell dried fish and omena, making them readily available for consumption. Simultaneously, I aim to increase my sources of income to continually support my children."

"With the aim of achieving financial freedom, my current goal is to join welding school. Recognizing that education is a powerful tool for unlocking opportunities, I am committed to acquiring knowledge and skills that will pave the way for a prosperous future. By investing in my education, I am taking a significant step towards building a solid foundation for financial independence.I now have $40 saved towards my enrolment to the welding school that needs $80, which I feel is a good progress toward achieving my goal."

"My goal still stands that I would wish to enroll in a tailoring course. Faced with unemployment and a lack of skills, I recognize the transformative power of education. By gaining expertise in tailoring, I aim to not only enhance my employability but also unleash my creative potential. Joining college and acquiring these skills is not just a personal aspiration; it's a step toward a more stable future for my family. I believe that with the right training, I can secure a job that not only fulfills me but also contributes to our family's well-being. Through this journey, I hope to support my husband in shouldering the responsibilities of raising our children and fostering a future where financial stability and personal fulfillment intertwine. Additionally, I would wish to be reunited with my husband and have a happy family again . Our family union was a bit cut short after my parents came for me just because my husband had not paid the dowry which he had promised to pay this month using his few savings."

"I wish to build a house for my daughters so that they can have a secure place to sleep. Currently, they've been staying at their brother's house, but when he returns home with his family, they have no choice but to find accommodation elsewhere, often having to borrow space from neighbors for the night. Thanks to the cash I received from the Merry-go-round, which I saved using the GiveDirectly funds, I now have three iron sheets, with a plan to buy three more iron sheets quarterly to complete the house, aiming to provide my children with a two-roomed house"